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Shingles Vaccine Linked to Lower Cardiovascular Risk

Updated 2026-08-26 09:10 UTC 1 source Positive

A new study suggests that the current shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of stroke and heart failure more effectively than previous versions.

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New Scientist
Being vaccinated against shingles has been linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease before, but now a study suggests that the vaccine that is currently being used reduces the odds more than earlier versions of the shot
2026-08-26 09:00 UTC
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